SK Poltava and Hirnyk face each other on Friday 05.01.2026, at 13:30 (UK Time), in a Ukrainian Premier League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at SK Poltava's home ground, the .
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between SK Poltava and Hirnyk, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for SK Poltava vs Hirnyk
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Under 2.5 Goals
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SK Poltava preview
SK Poltava heads into the match with the following record in the Ukrainian Premier League: in 25 matches, SK Poltava secured 2 victories, 5 draws, and 18 losses, maintaining an average of 0.44 points per game.
Taking a broader look at SK Poltava's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 2 victories so far.
SK Poltava has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 20 goals, of which 20 were scored in the Ukrainian Premier League, resulting in an average of 0.8 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Volodymyr Odariuk, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Volodymyr Odariuk has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, SK Poltava has conceded 63 goals in the Ukrainian Premier League (an average of 2.52 per game) and 63 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 2.52 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Hirnyk preview
Hirnyk comes into the game with 25 matches played so far in the Ukrainian Premier League. They have secured 11 victories, 7 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.6 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 11 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses.
Hirnyk's attack has been highly effective, scoring 43 goals during this period. Of that total, 43 were netted in the Ukrainian Premier League, with an average of 1.72 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.72.
Hirnyk's offensive system is led by Gleiker Teodoro Mendoza Barrios, the team's top scorer this season. The venezuelan midfielder has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Gleiker Teodoro Mendoza Barrios. The midfielder has contributed with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 38 goals with an average of 1.52 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 38 goals in 25 matches, averaging 1.52 per match.
Head to head: SK Poltava vs Hirnyk
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
SK Poltava
Ukraine - Ukrainian Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L D L |
0.4 |
| Home | L D L L L |
0.2 |
| Away | L D L L L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 8% | 8% | 8% |
| Goals | 3.32 | 3.25 | 3.38 |
| Scored | 0.8 | 0.75 | 0.85 |
| Conceded | 2.52 | 2.5 | 2.54 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 42% | 62% |
| Without Conceding | 4% | 8% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 44% | 50% | 38% |
| 1st to Score | 28% | 17% | 38% |
|
xG
|
0.92 | 0.9 | 0.93 |
|
xGA
|
2 | 1.91 | 2.08 |
Hirnyk
Ukraine - Ukrainian Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W L W |
1.8 |
| Home | L W L W W |
1.8 |
| Away | W L D D D |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 54% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.24 | 3.62 | 2.83 |
| Scored | 1.72 | 2.15 | 1.25 |
| Conceded | 1.52 | 1.46 | 1.58 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 62% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 23% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 32% | 15% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 28% | 62% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.63 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.72 | 1.53 | 1.91 |
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